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Lesson 33 of 84 ยท Fossils

Experiment

Types of Clouds (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Clouds come in different types: fluffy cumulus, flat stratus, and wispy cirrus clouds.

Key Words

  • temperature
  • cloud
  • rain

Materials Needed

  • cups
  • thermometer
  • rain gauge
  • cotton balls
  • food coloring
  • clear container

Safety First

  • Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.
  • Wash hands after handling materials.
  • Be careful with scissors โ€” ask an adult for help if needed.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read the introduction. What is this lesson about?

Step 2 โ€” Do

Make a mini water cycle: put warm water in a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and place an ice cube on top. Watch what happens.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Look for something that changed. What is it?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Circle the correct answer on your worksheet.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What are clouds made of?